Authorities say they've made 3 arrests and issued 98 citations so far

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Aug. 28, 2013

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Despite concerns from Burning Man organizers that there may be a crackdown by law enforcement at this year's Black Rock Desert festival, law enforcement say that is not true.

In fact, a new approach this year in which some federal law enforcement and Pershing County Sheriff's Office deputies work together means there might sometimes be fewer law enforcement teams on the playa as the event gets underway, BLM spokesman Mark Turney said.

With Burning Man participation up to 68,000 this year, compared to 62,000 last year, there are more law enforcement on the playa during preparation, and there ...